Waterfall Hikes Near Carbondale, PA

8,818 residents
New York Time Zone
66 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carbondale? There are 66 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Carbondale. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.5714°N, -75.5048°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Carbondale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

65 of 66 gauged

36 of 65 waterfalls near Carbondale are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Moderate B Reynolds Falls Moderate Cayuga Falls Moderate Conestoga Falls Moderate Delaware Falls Moderate Dutchman Falls Moderate Erie Falls Moderate F L Ricketts Falls Moderate Ganoga Falls Moderate Harrison Wright Falls Moderate Huron Falls Moderate Kitchen Creek Falls Moderate Lewis Falls Moderate Mohawk Falls Moderate Mohican Falls Moderate Murray Reynolds Falls Moderate Oneida Falls Moderate Onondaga Falls Moderate Ozone Falls Moderate R B Ricketts Falls Moderate Seneca Falls Moderate Shawnee Falls Moderate Sheldon Reynolds Falls Moderate Wyandot Falls Moderate Tuscarora Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bucks Falls Roaring Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Roaring Clarke Falls Strong Indian Ladder Falls Strong Leavitt Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Spruce Cabin Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong Darbytown Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Nay Aug Falls Roaring Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Shohola Falls Strong White Store Falls Moderate Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Aft 79°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Carbondale

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Ridgeway Falls Roaring · 1860 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Roaring · 1860 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Whirlpool Canyon Falls Roaring · 11900 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Darbytown Falls Roaring · 1750 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Wangum Falls Roaring · 1070 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Roaring · 1070 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Carbondale (7 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Carbondale (48 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

9.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wangum Falls waterfall

Wangum Falls

29.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

2.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

39.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 66 Waterfalls Near Carbondale

Nay Aug Falls waterfall

Nay Aug Falls

9.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wangum Falls waterfall

Wangum Falls

29.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bucks Falls waterfall

Bucks Falls

27.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Darbytown Falls

24.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

2.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

39.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

32.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

31.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of the Lehigh waterfall CC

Great Falls of the Lehigh

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

24.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

34.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

32 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whirlpool Canyon Falls waterfall CC

Whirlpool Canyon Falls

47 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

31.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

29.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

48.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

41.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

35.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Carbondale

Are there free waterfalls near Carbondale?

There are 46 free waterfalls near Carbondale, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Carbondale?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Carbondale, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Carbondale?

There are 48 dog-friendly waterfalls near Carbondale, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Carbondale?

There are 42 kid-friendly waterfalls near Carbondale, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Carbondale?

The shortest waterfall hike near Carbondale is Adams Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Carbondale?

The tallest waterfall near Carbondale is Raymondskill Falls at 150 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Carbondale require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Carbondale require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Carbondale?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Carbondale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Carbondale?

The closest waterfall to Carbondale is Nay Aug Falls, approximately 14 miles away.

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